NBA Christmas Games: Stars May Be Sidelined, But These Players Are Worth Watching

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Sports Illustrated

By Michael Pina Christmas will be marked by who doesn’t play, but since basketball will indeed be played, here’s one thing to watch for during all five games. View the original article to see embedded media. Despite a wave of positive cases and dozens of players still in health and safety protocols, the NBA’s Christmas slate is scheduled to go on as planned. For many the day will be marked by who doesn’t play. Likely among them: Trae Young, Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić, Al Horford, Andrew Wiggins, Clint Capela, Anthony Davis (who’s out with a sprained knee) an…